Palnar - Kuakonda, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada
Palnar is a village situated in the Kuakonda tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kuwakonda and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Dantewada. Palnar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palnar is 450279. The village covers a total geographical area of 1548.94 hectares and falls under the 494552 pincode. Kirandul is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Palnar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dantewada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palnar
As per Census 2011, Palnar village has a total population of 1,961 people, consisting of 943 males and 1,018 females. The village has 432 households and a sex ratio of 1,079 females per 1,000 males. There are 277 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 599 literate and 1,362 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,608 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palnar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,961 | 943 | 1,018 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 277 | 127 | 150 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 3 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,608 | 735 | 873 |
| Literate Population | 599 | 379 | 220 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,362 | 564 | 798 |
Nearby Villages of Palnar
Palnar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Lendra | North | 3.54 km |
| Fulpad | South-East | 3.73 km |
| Koriras | North-East | 4.29 km |
| Mahrahaurnar | North | 5.34 km |
| Tikanpal | North-West | 5.54 km |
| Sameli | South-West | 5.99 km |
| Jabeli | South | 6.21 km |
| Bade Bedma | East | 6.25 km |
| Chhotehadma Munda | North-East | 6.52 km |
| Chhote Bedma | North-East | 6.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Palnar
Palnar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bacheli, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kirandul to Palnar is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dantewada to Palnar is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palnar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palnar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Palnar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palnar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Palnar
Where is Palnar located?
Palnar village is located in Kuakonda Tehsil, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palnar?
Palnar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Palnar?
The pincode of Palnar is 494552.
What is the population of Palnar?
Palnar has a total population of 1,961, including 943 males and 1,018 females.
How many households are there in Palnar?
There are 432 households in Palnar.
What is the literacy rate in Palnar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palnar is 30.55%. Male literacy is 40.19% and female literacy is 21.61%.